Korea Foreign School
Secular, Founded 2007
Updated July 2026
IB PYP
Cambridge Lower SecondaryAccreditations
WASCLanguages
EnglishFounded in 2007, Korea Foreign School is a non-profit international school in Seoul serving expatriate families with an academically rigorous and supportive environment. It is an authorized IB World School and a Cambridge International School, providing education from grades 1 to 12.
Teaching approach
Korea Foreign School is committed to raising students as socially and morally responsible individuals within a safe, nurturing, and respectful environment. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and the development of 21st-century skills to prepare students for an evolving, technology-driven world. It fosters a culture of shared responsibility, environmental stewardship, and global citizenship.
Programmes
The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) for grades 1–5, which utilizes inquiry-based learning. For grades 6–12, the school provides the Cambridge International Secondary and the Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) Diploma Program. The curriculum is supported by a 1:5 teacher-student ratio and includes subjects such as English, mathematics, global perspectives, art and design, and coding/machine learning.
Outcomes
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) are used to measure progress toward goals in lifelong learning, environmental stewardship, global citizenship, and leadership. Students are expected to demonstrate 21st-century skills, digital citizenship, and the ability to engage in interdisciplinary interactions. By the end of their studies, students are prepared to be socially and morally responsible individuals and lifelong learners.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides dedicated support for English Language Learners (ELL) and general learning support for students in grades 1 through 12. These services are facilitated by specialized staff, including an ELL curriculum and literacy coordinator, ELL teachers, and a learning support coordinator.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does Korea Foreign School offer?
- Korea Foreign School offers IB PYP, Cambridge Lower Secondary and Cambridge A-Level.
- How much is tuition at Korea Foreign School?
- Annual tuition at Korea Foreign School is ₩26.9M–₩27.9M. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What accreditations does Korea Foreign School hold?
- Korea Foreign School holds accreditations including IB, Cambridge International and WASC.
- Where is Korea Foreign School located?
- Korea Foreign School is an international school in Seoul, South Korea.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026–2027| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Grades 1–5 | 6–11 | ₩26.9M |
| Grades 6–12 | 11–18 | ₩27.9M |
Other fees(11)
| Application fee· Application Fee (New Students) | ₩300K |
|---|---|
| Registration fee· Registration Fee (New Students) | ₩500K |
| Enrolment fee· Capital Development Fee (New Students) | ₩4M |
| Registration fee· Replacement Fee (Returning Students) | ₩1M |
| Materials· Technology Fee (Returning Students) | ₩300K |
| Materials· Supply Fee (Grades 1–5) | ₩100K |
| Materials· Supply Fee (Grades 6–12) | ₩50K |
| Materials· Textbook Fee: ₩72,000–₩515,000 depending on grade | — |
| Bus / transport· Bus Fee (Grades 1–12) | ₩3.8M |
| Meals· Lunch Fee (Grades 1–12) | ₩1.8M |
| EAL· English Language Learners (Grades 1–12) | ₩5M |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: 5%
Admissions
Prospective families are encouraged to submit an application form along with a non-refundable application fee of 300,000 KRW. The school also requires a registration fee, a capital development fee for new students, and various other costs including technology and supply fees. A 5% sibling discount is available for each additional child enrolled at the school.
Calendar
The school operates on an academic calendar that is available for review in PDF format on the school's website. The academic year typically follows a structure that supports the delivery of the IB and Cambridge curricula.
About the campus
The campus is located in the Gangnam-gu district of Seoul and provides a range of services to support the student body, including bus services, food services, and a school library. The school integrates educational technology into its teaching processes to support critical thinking and 21st-century learning.
Co-curriculars
Students participate in a variety of activities designed to foster leadership and community involvement, including the Student Council, international olympiads, and various school clubs. The school also organizes field trips and hosts events such as a spelling bee to encourage student engagement. Additionally, Grade 5 students participate in the IB Primary Years Programme Exhibition (PYPX) to demonstrate collaboration and leadership skills.
M. Fatih SutayPrincipalM. Fatih Sutay serves as the Principal of Korea Foreign School. He emphasizes the school's commitment to fostering socially and morally responsible individuals through inquiry-based learning and the integration of technology to prepare students for a 21st-century world.
- Katelyn BrookesAssistant Principal
- Jamie ByunAdmissions and Marketing Director
- Natasha D'costaPYP Coordinator
- Angela OrrantiaCambridge Programme Coordinator
- Jenny BacladoLearning Support Coordinator & PYP Art Techer
- Caroline PardueELL Curriculum and Literacy Coordinator